Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace is one of the must-see sights in London for every tourist's itinerary.

BDavis

We just had to go and see the famous Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, but I cant help but feel a little bit disappointed. Because it was so busy! The crowds were unbelievable, even for October which isn't tourist season.We arrived a good hour early and already the front of the palace was busy with people about 3 or 4 deep. And we just didnt fancy standing there with everyone inevitably crowding at our backs as well. So we decided to take up a position on the side of the road by the big memorial. Although that did give us a spelndid view of the marching bands marching towards the palace, unfortunately we couldnt see anything once they disappeared inside, so we ended up leaving at that point.

I am sure that the parade is fantastic if you arrive early enough to get a good spot

The Changing of the Guards takes place on what schedule in September 2016?? I can't find a definite schedule.

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It hasnt been released yet -- only up to august

It will definitely be every other day, but whether its the odd days or even days, youll have to wait another month to find out

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Laura Hatch

Any word yet on which dates, "odd or even", for the "every other day" changing of the guards ceremony in August 2017?I need to book a client on either the 18th or 19th. Your info says 2 different things. Looks like the page says every other day thru June 19th; then every day thru Aug 31st. But you answered someone with it's every other day.Thank you.

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We weren't very clear there, but we were referring to every other day in September.

It's definitely every day in August (with the usual caveat: it's subject to change at short notice by the British army)

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Vannatta

Right, the changing of the guard is one of the most busiest attractions in London for sure.

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grajack18

Following your advice we decided to view the Changing of the Guards today. As others have mentioned, it was wall to wall people, but highly recommended.Thanks, -Graham

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